Staff Reports
In an eye-rolling display of ambition, President Trump recently hinted that he wouldn’t shy away from a potential showdown with former President Obama for a third term in the White House, in what some are obviously labeling as a ‘dream match’ — or perhaps more accurately, a “nightmare for the left.” When directly asked about facing off against Obama in 2028, Trump could hardly contain his enthusiasm, stating it would be an enticing prospect that undoubtedly would send shivers down the spines of Democrats nationwide who are still haunted by Trump’s previous presidential victories.
While the thought of Trump challenging Obama might amuse some, the reality is that the Constitution, as it stands, prohibits individuals from serving more than two terms. According to the 22nd Amendment, the only way to amend this would require an arduous process that involves two-thirds of Congress agreeing to give it a go or a constitutional convention called by two-thirds of the states – an uphill battle that would likely take longer than a cooling-off period for a hot cup of coffee.
Trump says he would ‘love’ to run against Obama for a third termhttps://t.co/8Z4PdroOMr pic.twitter.com/Y0LMVJDbbx
— The Washington Times (@WashTimes) April 1, 2025
Despite the constitutional hurdles, Trump has continued to toy with the idea of a third term, leading many in the liberal media to clutch their pearls and gasp in horror. He mentioned he hasn’t yet explored options for achieving this impossible feat, which raised eyebrows and elicited chuckles among his supporters. At least Trump is consistent; if he isn’t running circles around the establishment, he’s ensuring they’re on their toes, all while suggesting that many people are banging down his door demanding he take another crack at the Oval Office.
In a twist worthy of a political soap opera, Representative Andy Ogles from Tennessee has taken it upon himself to draft a resolution that would amend presidential term limits, though the wording cleverly ensures that Trump could pursue this path while conveniently excluding Obama from the same possibility. Ogles is clearly aware of the political landscape, reflecting what many Republican voters believe: that another round with Trump would send the Democrats reeling and perhaps even make the media start re-evaluating what ‘truth’ means when it comes to political reporting.
As Trump gears up for what might feel like a political version of the Super Bowl, longtime ally Steve Bannon expressed his confidence that Trump won’t just run again, but will win. For Bannon, this possibility isn’t just a pipe dream but a real strategy to overturn the two-term limit by looking for alternatives, proving that the tireless pursuit of the presidency is alive and well among the GOP ranks. With each passing day, the prospect of another Trump campaign continues to stir excitement among conservatives, as well as eye-rolling disbelief among those on the other side of the aisle.
